Smart Lockers for Free Sports Gear Rentals Expand in Czech Republic
Translated from Czech, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
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- Decathlon launched a pilot project for smart lockers called LOX in the Czech Republic a year ago in partnership with Slovak startup YourLOX.
- These lockers offer free sports equipment rentals, and the company has now released initial results after one year of operation.
- The network of lockers has expanded, and the collaboration is continuing, indicating success in the project.
A year after launching a pilot program for smart sports equipment lockers, the retail giant Decathlon is expanding its network and continuing its collaboration with the Slovak startup YourLOX.
The LOX smart lockers were introduced in the Czech Republic to provide free access to sports gear. This initiative aimed to make sports more accessible by allowing people to borrow equipment easily and without cost.
Following a year of operation, Decathlon has released positive results, indicating the project's success. The network of smart lockers has grown, suggesting increased demand and user engagement.
The continued partnership between Decathlon and YourLOX underscores the viability of this innovative rental model. The expansion signifies a commitment to further developing this service, potentially making sports equipment rental more widespread and convenient.
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Originally published by iDNES in Czech. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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